Located in the Mediterranean Island of Malta, on the southern coastal village of Kalkara, Villa Bighi is one of the finest examples of 17th Century neo-classical architecture on the Islands. Villa Bighi affords breath-taking views of the natural harbour of Valletta. It has been a focal point in the historical development of the Maltese Islands, due to its ample size for ships to enter and moor as well as it’s geographical importance in the middle of the Mediterranean.

General information

The 17th century neo-classical Villa Bighi is located in the Malta’s South Eastern village of Kalkara, which forms part of the inner harbour area. The village was named after the Latin word for lime (Calce), due to the lime kiln in the area which is thought to date back to Roman times.

Villa Bighi oozes elegance and style and is steeped in an authentic atmosphere, which features the distinguished history of the building as a focal point. The open air landscaped gardens and extensive terraces enhance the Villa’s architectural appeal, while the impressive building itself provides great backdrops to wedding photo shoots.

The newly re-purposed Villa Bighi features a number of reception halls as well as indoor and outdoor areas which can cater for a wide range of group sizes. The smaller spaces can be individually themed and used for more intimate events, or can be combined together so as to create a space for different uses suitable for larger groups.

At Villa Bighi clients will find a superior level of quality within an exclusive venue that spells timeless elegance. The Villa also features the latest catering and event facilities, ensuring that catering providers and other wedding service suppliers are able to perform at their best. Clients are free to choose their own caterers and suppliers. In addition, our carefully-selected partners are at hand to ensure that client expectations are met, if not exceeded, when hosting events at the Villa.

The main features of the wedding location include: